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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £1,185

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Cairns departing on 7/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 12:55
EDI
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CNS
29h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:00 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
41h 05m
2 stops
£1,185Qantas Airways
Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 15:00
EDI
-
CNS
32h 00m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
17:00 - 19:05
CNS
-
EDI
36h 05m
2 stops
£1,185Emirates
Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 15:55
EDI
-
CNS
39h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:50 - 13:40
CNS
-
EDI
50h 50m
2 stops
£1,215Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 22:20
EDI
-
CNS
31h 05m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:40 - 13:20
CNS
-
EDI
40h 40m
3 stops
£1,220Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 15:00
EDI
-
CNS
32h 00m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
18:55 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
34h 10m
2 stops
£1,230Emirates
Sun, 20 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 08:20
EDI
-
CNS
38h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:50 - 12:35
CNS
-
EDI
50h 45m
2 stops
£1,235Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 09:20
EDI
-
CNS
61h 40m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 09:40
CNS
-
EDI
59h 40m
3 stops
£1,251Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
07:55 - 23:20
EDI
-
CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 13:40
CNS
-
EDI
36h 10m
2 stops
£1,267Qatar Airways
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:20 - 22:10
EDI
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CNS
67h 50m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:40 - 15:20
CNS
-
EDI
42h 40m
3 stops
£1,284Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 18:25
EDI
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CNS
64h 30m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 15:55
CNS
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EDI
33h 20m
3 stops
£1,347Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

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Emirates flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
1 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 00m
2 stops
CNS15:00Cairns
31 Oct
CNS17:00Cairns
36h 05m
2 stops
EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,185
Emirates
20 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 00m
2 stops
CNS15:00Cairns
4 Oct
CNS18:55Cairns
34h 10m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,230
Emirates
8 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
53h 55m
2 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
15 Sept
CNS13:55Cairns
39h 10m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,480

Qantas Airways flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
7 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 55m
2 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
14 Sept
CNS12:00Cairns
41h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,185
Qantas Airways
7 Nov
EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 25m
2 stops
CNS11:20Cairns
11 Nov
CNS12:05Cairns
41h 00m
2 stops
EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,353
Qantas Airways
7 Nov
EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 25m
2 stops
CNS11:20Cairns
11 Nov
CNS12:05Cairns
41h 00m
2 stops
EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,353

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2026.
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EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/9

22:00-12:55

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

12:00-20:05

2 stops41h 05m

£1,185

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

22:00-15:00

2 stops32h 00m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

17:00-19:05

2 stops36h 05m

£1,185

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 20/9

15:10-15:55

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Sun 4/10

19:50-13:40

2 stops50h 50m

£1,215

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

06:15-22:20

3 stops31h 05m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

06:40-13:20

3 stops40h 40m

£1,220
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 20/9

22:00-15:00

2 stops32h 00m

Cairns

Sun 4/10

18:55-20:05

2 stops34h 10m

£1,230

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/11

07:30-08:20

2 stops38h 50m

Cairns

Sun 22/11

19:50-12:35

2 stops50h 45m

£1,235

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/9

10:40-09:20

3 stops61h 40m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

07:00-09:40

3 stops59h 40m

£1,251

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

07:55-23:20

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Tue 25/8

10:30-13:40

2 stops36h 10m

£1,267

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/11

16:20-22:10

3 stops67h 50m

Cairns

Sun 22/11

06:40-15:20

3 stops42h 40m

£1,284

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

16:55-18:25

3 stops64h 30m

Cairns

Tue 25/8

15:35-15:55

3 stops33h 20m

£1,347

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and Cairns?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £1,504 to £1,570.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £1,185.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in March, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Edinburgh to Cairns during January average around £0.

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Edinburgh to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Edinburgh to Cairns (EDI to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

29h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 29h 55m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 29h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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